Why was I quizzed about my activities in Colombia by the air-line staff prior to check-in?

1. Why do airlines make you check in?
2. How does pre flight check in work?
3. Is online check in compulsory?
4. Can airlines deny boarding?
5. Can I go straight to security if I checked-in online?
6. What does it mean to check in 24 hours before flight?
7. Can I check in a day before my flight?
8. What if I check in and miss my flight?
9. What happens if I get to the airport too early?
10. Is boarding pass print out necessary?
11. What happens if you don't do web check in?
12. How do I get my boarding pass?

Why do airlines make you check in?

The agreed time is no earlier than 24 hours before departure of the first flight on the ticket. Although the air carrier does want to know about final loads and baggage weights, the real reason for the check in is to facilitate the coupon collection.

How does pre flight check in work?

The early check-in process allows you to print your boarding passes online so you aren't required to stand in long lines at the airport. If you're checking bags, you can enter the number of bags online and prepay if you choose.

Is online check in compulsory?

Mandatory Web Check-in. Complete your government-mandated web check-in for free 48 hr to 60 min before flight. ... It is mandatory for all passengers to check-in online 48 hours to 60 min before flight departure.

Can airlines deny boarding?

The vast majority of the time, passengers don't have any problems boarding their flights. But occasionally, airlines may “bump” passengers and have them give up their seats. Bumping, also known as “denied boarding,” happens when there are more passengers scheduled to fly on an airplane than available seats.

Can I go straight to security if I checked-in online?

Why Check In Online? ... If you're not checking luggage, you can skip the check-in counter altogether and go straight to the security checkpoint, then to your gate and onto the plane. Your ID and the boarding pass you printed at home (or sent to your phone) will gain you passage right to your seat.

What does it mean to check in 24 hours before flight?

Most airlines send you an email or text message notification that you can check in 24 hours before the flight is scheduled to depart. This gives you the opportunity to see if there are any delays at the airport the day before (or even a few hours before), and also precludes you from having to visit the counter at all.

Can I check in a day before my flight?

You can check-in online or from the app starting 24 hours before and up to 45 minutes before departure (90 for international). To check-in and check bags at the airport, you must be there a certain amount of time before scheduled departure: Within the U.S. - 45 minutes.

What if I check in and miss my flight?

If you missed a flight because you were late to the airport, you don't have any real rights. ... Under most domestic airline policies — which are outlined in the contract of carriage on the airline website — if you miss a connection, it will rebook you on the next flight at no charge.

What happens if I get to the airport too early?

Is arriving at the airport two hours before a domestic flight too early? No, it's not. If you arrive too early, the only things that will happen will be: you will likely be assured your luggage will be on the same aircraft you will be on.

Is boarding pass print out necessary?

Boarding Pass

Passengers are requested to carry a print out of their boarding card once they have completed their mobile Check-in. The boarding pass can also be obtained from one of the IndiGo counters at the airport. However, it is recommended to take the print in advance to skip the queue.

What happens if you don't do web check in?

Some airlines will make you pay a fine if you haven't checked-in online or if you don't have a printed copy of your boarding pass. ... Finally, be mindful of the check-in time: the airline may deny you boarding if you didn't check-in on time.

How do I get my boarding pass?

Log onto the airline's website and check in for the flight. Once you're checked in, the site should offer the option to send you a mobile boarding pass by text or email or using the airline's app.